Squash
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How to sow Jack O'Lantern squash successfully under cover?
To sow Jack O'Lantern squash seeds under cover, you can start as early as April. Fill individual pots with quality potting soil and plant a seed about 2 cm deep. Keep the potting soil moist but not soggy by watering regularly.
Place the pots in a bright but draught-free spot. Be sure to maintain a constant temperature of around 20°C to encourage the seeds to germinate. Once the plants have developed a few leaves, you can transplant them into the ground in May, after the last frosts.
When transplanting, space the plants about 1 metre apart to allow them to develop fully. Jack O'Lantern squashes need soil that is rich in organic matter and well drained. Mulch the soil around the plants to keep down weeds and retain moisture. By following these tips, you'll be able to harvest beautiful Jack O'Lantern squash for Halloween!
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Jack O'Lantern squash
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- Exposure
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- Row Spacing
- Germination Time
- Germination Temperature
- Lifecycle
- Greenhouse Growing
- Adult Height
- Maintenance
- Water Requirements
- Soil Type
- Soil pH Preference
- Pest Sensitivity
- Disease Sensitivity
- Weed Sensitivity
- Pollination
- Propagation
- Seed Storage